The expanded partnership will deliver exclusive live coverage of several high‑profile esports events throughout 2026, headlined by the Esports Championships Asia Jinju 2026, followed by the 2026 LoL KeSPA CUP, as well as the Korea national esports team send‑off ceremony and League of Legends friendly matches ahead of the 20th Asian Games Aichi‑Nagoya 2026.

Livestream debut begins April 24–26 on Disney+

The collaboration officially launches with the Esports Championships Asia Jinju 2026, streaming live on Disney+ from April 24 to 26. The three‑day competition will bring together national teams from South Korea, China, Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines, and Mongolia, competing across multiple popular titles.

Fans tuning in on Disney+ will be able to watch live matches featuring Street Fighter 6, The King of Fighters XV, TEKKEN 8, and the eFootball series (PC/Mobile). Additional coverage will include PUBG Mobile and Eternal Return, expanding access to a diverse lineup of esports titles for global audiences.

To elevate the viewing experience, ESPN, Disney’s global sports brand, will be integrated into the on‑screen presentation, delivering a premium, broadcast‑level production designed to match the intensity and excitement of live esports competition.

A stepping stone toward the Asian Games

Hosted in Jinju, South Korea, the Esports Championships Asia Jinju 2026 plays a critical role in helping national teams evaluate performance and sharpen competitiveness ahead of the 20th Asian Games Aichi‑Nagoya 2026. As part of the partnership, Disney+ will also exclusively livestream the Korea national team send‑off ceremony and evaluation matches scheduled later this year in preparation for the Games.

More esports content available on Disney+

Fans eager to revisit previous competitions can also stream round‑by‑round replays of the 2025 LoL KeSPA CUP on Disney+. The tournament featured all 10 LCK teams competing against All‑Star Squads from Vietnam and Japan, along with two teams from the North American League Championship Series, offering an action‑packed showcase of regional and international talent.

Stay tuned for year‑round esports action

With the expanded Disney+ and KeSPA collaboration, esports fans can look forward to more live tournaments and exclusive content throughout the year. Viewers can livestream the Esports Championships Asia Jinju 2026 from April 24–26 and stay connected for upcoming competitions and festivities culminating in the Asian Games.

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Via: Modasul Web

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